Whale Caller is a South African drama film that was released in 2017. It is directed by Zola Maseko and is based on the novel of the same name by Zakes Mda. The movie tells the story of a man named Whale Caller, played by Sello Maake Ka-Ncube, who has a deep and intimate relationship with the whales that inhabit the ocean near his town. Whale Caller spends his days speaking to the whales, mimicking their calls, and listening to the sounds they make. Through his interactions with the whales, Whale Caller feels a sense of peace and belonging that he cannot find anywhere else.
Whale Caller's life changes when he meets a young woman named Saluni, played by Amrain Ismail Essop. Saluni is a beautiful and mysterious woman who has come to Whale Caller's town to escape her troubled past. Whale Caller is immediately drawn to Saluni, and they soon begin a complicated and unpredictable romantic relationship.
As Whale Caller becomes more involved with Saluni, he begins to neglect his relationship with the whales. This causes tension between Whale Caller and the creatures he loves, and he must find a way to reconcile his love for Saluni with his love for the ocean.
Throughout the movie, Whale Caller and Saluni are forced to confront their deepest fears and desires. Whale Caller's love for the whales is tested, as he grapples with the possibility of losing them forever. Saluni's past comes back to haunt her, and she must confront the demons she thought she had left behind.
The film is shot on location in South Africa, and the breathtaking landscapes provide a stunning backdrop for Whale Caller's interactions with the whales. The cinematography is beautiful, and the scenes that feature the whales are particularly captivating.
Aside from Sello Maake Ka-Ncube and Amrain Ismail Essop, the cast of Whale Caller features several other talented actors. The supporting characters are well-developed and add depth to the story. The film's score, which was composed by Philip Miller, is also noteworthy. The music perfectly captures the film's themes of love, loss, and the beauty of the natural world.
Overall, Whale Caller is a poignant and visually striking film that explores the relationship between humans and nature. It is a love story that is both tragic and hopeful, and it will leave audiences thinking about its themes long after the credits have rolled.
Whale Caller is a 2016 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 41 minutes.
